2014 Toyota Highlander
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Toyota Highlander is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 63 on record.
2014 Toyota Highlander at a glance
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2014 Toyota Highlander recalls 5
Fujian Wanda Automobile Glass Industry (Wanda) is recalling certain aftermarket Replacement Windshields sold for use in 2014-2018 Toyota Highlander vehicles. The windshields have an attached wire harness that water may leak into, possibly causing damage to the vehicle's Engine Control Module (ECM).
Fix: Wanda will notify owners, and service centers will replace the windshields, and inspect the ECM for damage, having it replaced, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2019. Owners may contact Wanda customer service at 1-864-281-2760.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles may have improper software installed in the air bag electronic control unit (ECU) for the operation of the front passenger seat belt force limiter, and as a result, the force limiter may use the restraint setting designed for small occupants, such as those that weigh…
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will install a software update in the air bag electronic control unit, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Toyota Avalon, Camry, Sienna, and Highlander and model year 2015 Lexus RX350 vehicles. Fuel may leak from the one of the fuel delivery pipes in the engine compartment.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace any of the suspect fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured April 23, 2014, through April 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a second row right-hand seat assembly that does not fully lock into the inboard seat track in the forward first, second and third adjusting positions. As such, these vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan…
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the second row right-hand seat, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2014 Highlander vehicles manufactured November 20, 2013, through January 18, 2014. The third row middle seat belt assembly might not have been properly secured to the vehicle floor anchorage during vehicle assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the third row middle seat belt anchor, and, if necessary, properly secure it to the vehicle floor anchorage, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2014 Toyota Highlander common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 133 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2014 Toyota Highlander MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2014 Toyota Highlander worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2014 Toyota Highlander costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($29,127) with the same model 5 model-years older ($15,116), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2014 Toyota Highlander trims & engines on record
2014 Toyota Highlander vehicles on record
2014 Toyota Highlander Base/Hybrid5TDKKRFH4ES030630
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDYKRFH5ES006122
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBKRFHXES062059
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBKRFH0ES025831
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDYKRFH5ES005925
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH2ES011764
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDKKRFH9ES031482
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBKRFH8ES026841
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH4ES008011
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDYKRFH5ES012194
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH0ES025730
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBKRFH7ES062195
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH1ES056663
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDDKRFH0ES033968
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH9ES048729
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH7ES024218
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDBKRFH3ES005928
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDZKRFH8ES019497
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDZKRFH9ES019945
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDKKRFHXES008051
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH7ES019245
2014 Toyota Highlander XLE5TDJKRFH8ES050021
2014 Toyota Highlander Limited5TDDKRFH8ES017811
2014 Toyota Highlander LE5TDZKRFH4ES019125
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2014 Toyota Highlander — frequently asked questions
Does the 2014 Toyota Highlander have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2014 Toyota Highlander. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Highlander?
Based on 133 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are structure, electrical system, visibility.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Toyota Highlander get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2014 Toyota Highlander at about 24 mpg combined (22 city / 26 highway).
How much is a 2014 Toyota Highlander worth?
Comparable 2014 Toyota Highlander listings run roughly $21,988–$37,200, typically around $29,127 (from 59 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.